Solution Search Limited - Civils & Rail

Due to a rapid increase in workload within their Water division, our client, a top Utility Contractor is looking for 2 Senior Quantity Surveyors to support recently awarded Contracts on Thames Water which include New Water Mains and Mains Replacement works throughout London. They seek the services of Senior Quantity Surveyors with duties including overseeing Sub Contractor Accounts, Issuing Payments, Cost Reporting and Claims works. To be considered, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and will have Water experience gained with Main Contractors. In return, a top day rate is on offer which is OUTSIDE IR35 along with an immediate start and long term contract which will see you through 2026 and beyond! These are great openings for the starty of 2026 so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed).

Due to an increase in workload on their South West Water schemes, our client, a top Utilities Contractor has the need for a freelance Senior QS to be based from their offices in Swindon. Duties will include looking after the commercial aspect of Project: - Populating Monthly report (CVR / DES) - Submitting client AFP - Carry out project procurement - Assess supply chain AFP and compiling final account - Costs control and driving up value - Mitigating project risks - Maximising cash collection. To be considered for this role, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and have Water experience gained with Main Contractors. In return, a top day rate is on offer along with an immediate start in January and an ongoing contract. This is an urgent need so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information.

Senior Quantity Surveyor X 2 To 65k + Bens Bristol Solution is working in partnership with this highly respected family run regional construction group operating throughout Bristol specialising in Earthworks , Earthmoving , Crushing and Screening, Quarrying and Training. With a proud history spanning over 70 years they have the capability to deliver projects of any size and complexity. Employing over 150 staff directly they can carefully control both quality and safety, ensuring that they deliver excellence to their cleints on all projects across both the construction and quarry industries. Owing to continued market success they hold a fantastic opportunity for 2 X Senior Quantity Surveyors to bolster their commercial team based between Bristol and Bridgwater. Works include Groundworks, Highways , Earthworks and Drainage on projects including a major Battery Plant in the Southwest for an international car dealership. This opportunity will suit those looking for a hands-on role offering a genuine platform to advance to Managing QS We are looking to speak with ambitious individuals looking to growing within a professional environment demonstrating sound experience gained wotjom the civil engineering arena on similar projects. Please contact Rhys Haupt to discuss re this superb opportunity

Site Agent To £400 a day Eastbourne Solution is proud to be working exclusively with this leading national civil engineering contractor who holds a reputation for being dynamic, innovative and focused with a fun culture. Due to continued growth and success our client is seeking an experienced Site Agent in our Southern Region to initially work on a large critical infrastructure scheme near Eastbourne in East Sussex. The programme is about 18 months long and the project commences in early 2026. The scheme involves highways and bridge construction works. Main Duties: Management of site staff, operatives and sub-contractors. Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and project management plans. Understand tender allowances and monitor contract costs against agreed budgets. Preparing and monitoring programmes of work. Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors. Manage design co-ordination and control project risks Manage contracts to ensure timely and profitable completion of contracts. Inform, consult, and involve local groups as necessary. Foster good relations and reputation with clients. Understand and administer contract change. Supervise, mentor and assist in the career development of junior staff Are you the person we are looking for? Already experienced as a Site Agent or Senior Site Agent you will have a relevant industry qualification (HND/ HNC/ BEng) or equivalent and an up-to-date SMSTS qualification, and appropriate CSCS card. A First Aid at work qualification is desirable. You will also have experience of managing civil engineering projects with a main contractor along with previous experience on Highways, Earthworks and Structures experience. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and have a full UK driving licence. Must haves: Be able to maintain and monitor works against a programme and budget Ability to prioritise own workload Able to run multiple complex and non-complex sites Maintain comprehensive records. Have compliance with current legislation requirements, including the production and implementation of RAMs and other associated safety/project documentation. The ability to forecast cost and programme . Excellent benefits package and personal development opportunities: They don t just offer a great place to work with a supportive, family atmosphere. We also offer: Life assurance cover (4x annual salary) Company car or car allowance Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday) Extensive training programmes Cycle-to-work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Employee benefits platform Free on-site parking Company social calendar Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career. The Great Escape leaving early every Friday For further information please contact Rhys Haupt (phone number removed)

Managing Quantity Surveyor To 75k + Bens Bristol Solution is working in partnership with this highly respected family run regional construction group operating throughout Bristol specialising in Earthworks , Earthmoving , Crushing and Screening, Quarrying and Training. With a proud history spanning over 70 years they have the capability to deliver projects of any size and complexity. Employing over 150 staff directly they can carefully control both quality and safety, ensuring that they deliver excellence to their cleints on all projects across both the construction and quarry industries. Owing to continued market success they hold a fantastic opportunity for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to bolster their commercial team based between Bristol and Bridgwater. Works include Groundworks, Highways , Earthworks and Drainage on projects including a major Battery Plant in the Southwest for an international car dealership. This opportunity will suit those looking for a hands-on role offering a genuine platform to advance to Commercial Manager We are looking to speak with ambitious individuals looking to growing within a professional environment demonstrating sound experience gained wotjom the civil engineering arena on similar projects. Please contact Rhys Haupt to discuss re this superb opportunity

Senior Quantity Surveyor To £78k + Bens Eastbourne Solution is proud to be working exclusively with this leading national civil engineering contractor who holds a reputation for being dynamic, innovative and focused with a fun culture. Due to continued success, they are now seeking to secure the services of a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in the Southern Region initially working on a large critical infrastructure scheme near Eastbourne in East Sussex . The programme is about 18 months long and the project commences in early 2026. The scheme involves highways and bridge construction works. Main Duties of the Senior Quantity Surveyor: Support and mentoring of junior staff. Maximise profitability on contracts. Monitoring contract costs against budgets. Identifying potential risks and evaluate options for control. Preparation of estimates. Procurement of sub-contractors, including preparation of subcontract documents. Assessment and certification of interim and final payments to subcontractors. Preparation and agreeing main contract variations. Assist in the preparation of documents for resolution of disputes (adjudications / arbitrations and the like). Ensure all work complies with quality, safety and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedure. Must haves: Ambitious individual with great communication skills, who is confident with a flexible approach. Demonstrate innovative approaches to problem solving and the ability to negotiate across the various levels of any construction environment. Handle the financial and mathematical demands of the role by possessing impressive numeracy and IT skills. Must have experience working on civil engineering schemes with a main contractor. Experience as a SQS working with the NEC form of contract. Due to this being a regional based role, the successful candidate must be ok to travel and have a full UK driving license. Excellent benefits package and personal development opportunities: Our client doesn t just offer a great place to work with a supportive, family atmosphere. We also offer: Life assurance cover (4x annual salary) Hybrid Working Company car or car allowance Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%) The Great Escape leaving 2 hours early EVERY Friday! 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday) Extensive training programmes Cycle-to-work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Employee benefits platform Free on-site parking Company social calendar Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career. For further information please contact Rhys Haupt (phone number removed)

Due to an increase in workload within their Water sector, our client, a top Utiility Contractor in the UK have the need for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support works which include Water Treatment works, Pumping Station Upgrades and Mains Replacements. Based from their offices near Reading, daily duties will include Populating Monthly report (CVR / DES) - Submitting client AFP - Carry out project procurement - Populating Costs Forecast - Assess supply chain AFP and compiling final account - Costs control and driving up value - Mitigating project risks - Maximising cash collection - Commercial Administration of the project. To be considered for this role, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and have Water experience gained within the Main Contracting environment. In return, a top day rate is on offer along with an immediate start and minimum 3 month contract which is likely to be extended into 2026! This is an urgent need so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call me on (phone number removed).

MEICA Project Manager-Water-West London-To 450.00 Per Day Outside IR35 A major client of ours are looking for an MEICA Project Manager to come in and work on their AMP8 Framework in the London region initially assisting on Tenders they have and then going on to work on the projects themselves which are Water Treatment works and the MEICA side of these. To be considered for this role you will be an experienced MEICA project Manager who has worked on the Water side and has experience in the pre contract side as well as overseeing the works when they go to site. An excellent day rate is on offer which is Outside IR35 and comes with a long term ongoing contract! This is a great opportunity with a really good bunch of people so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) anytime for a further chat on this.

Due to the award of a major Water related scheme in the South West, our client, a top regional Civil Engineering Contractor has the need for a General Foreman to support a Pumping Station Construction scheme. The works involve the construction and refurbishment of pumping stations, M&E and MEICA works, confined space works, over pumping and dewatering works. This role is to supervise the main design and build works to two pumping stations, the MEICA and M&E elements are subcontract works, and the civils element will be self-delivery. Other duties will include overseeing labour and contractors on site, health & safety, daily diary and attending regular progress meetings with the client. To be considered, you will have SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS and will also have experience in the Water sector and ideally on Pumping Station schemes within this. In return, a top day rate is on offer which is Outside IR35 and comes with an immediate start and ongoing contract. This is a top role so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information.